Friday, April 16, 2010

Project Day: Cube Stool Slipcovers

I have had these cube stools for years and they have been sitting in storage because they look too modern for my liking. So I gave them a little makeover this week so as I could re introduce them into our home! I made some easy slipcovers.

Using an old white sheet from a thrift store [$2.50] and a vintage plastic clothing hanger [$3.00] I cut out squares for the seat top and sides leaving a small seam allowance all round.

I pinned them altogether [wrong sides up] on the stool [this is the key as you can easily adjust the pieces so they fit snug].

Sew the whole thing together and turn right side up. Slip over stool. Add cushions.

As I am a basic sewer only this project was quite easy. And believe me it is not a perfect job, I even used the existing seams on the sheet for the bottom edging. But for me, that's what makes it perfect, the imperfections ! OK stools.........you are allowed back inside now.Have a great weekend everyone. Simone xx

So much lovelier and you can change them up when you get tired of these ones...very clever!!Can't believe how good you are getting at sewing so quickly. I think they would also look great with a bobbly pom pom trim on the bottom like Anna does on her light shades, some how they remind of these, cheers Katherine

I love love the fabric! It looks very "Amy Butler" albeit vintage. The pillows are very cool as well; did you make them too? I have a collection of doilies I've been saving to use on my pillow covers. Your pillows tell me that is definitely the way to go. Enjoy your weekend!

Hi Simone,You have taken to that sewing machine like a duck to water. Congratulations! You're a natural. I love sewing too. It is so rewarding to stand back and see what you have created and feel so good about it. Someone asked about your cushions. Speaking of such things, in one of your photos I saw a little grey velvet type cushion with a heart embroidered on it, and with flowers on it. Do you want a second one the same. I have one you are quite welcome to because I just have nowhere to put it. Email me if you want it and I will send it up to you. Much loveDee

Thanks so much! I was able to do an ottoman cover one morning, before my daughter woke up, using this idea. I then did two more. Thanks to you 3 op shop ottomans, and some fabric (some op shop) became 3 great ones!Felicity